B.B.Hall
(a.k.a. Betsy Cunningham)
3421 Oak Ln.
Cincinnati, Ohio 44209
513-321-3044

Biography

Born and raised in Olmsted Falls, Ohio, Betsy moved to Cincinnati in 1973 to study Art. She attended The Art Academy of Cincinnati, where she received a certificate in painting and printmaking. After receiving her education, Betsy continued her painting in Los Angeles. While just beginning her career in L.A., Betsy was commissioned to paint for several private collectors. In 1979, she decided to move back to Cincinnati to continue her studies.

Betsy has successfully established a painting career in the Cincinnati area; painting for several corporate as well as private clients.

Statement

Having fun is what it's all about. Our world is so hard, that I try to brighten it with art that makes you think, laugh and feel happy.

My paintings may seem random because of the loose handling of the paint, but the art is well thought out and compositionally sound. I usually start with a tonal canvas and begin to build texture with charcoal, oil paints and glazes. I encourage drips and splashes because they portray the beauty of the paint itself, which is equally as important to me as the subject I am painting. My work is full of energy and movement with a bold looseness and a strong emphasis on drawing.

My subject matter changes with my moods- All the time. I find myself coming back to familiar subject matter, such as children, people, animals and music.

My art is not limited to painting. I also venture into collage, printmaking, photography, illustration, portraits, murals, and interior faux finish. I am always looking for new challenges to keep me growing and improving as an artist.

"Life is too short to take so seriously", is my motto. That's what I try to convey in my artwork.

Résumé Addendum
January, 2000

September, 1997--Terry and Betsy Cunningham buy the York St. Cafe, Gallery and Night Club in Newport, KY. The restaurant & Gallery always showcase B.B.'s artwork.

1999--Design of The Newport Art and Music Festival poster. This design, featuring a flying pig, was also used for promotions, T-shirts, etc..

1999-- W.C.P.O.'s channel 9 Around the House with Jay Shatz Feature 15 minute story about B.B. Hall and her artwork.

1999--Cincinnati Magazine, January issue. Story about Terry Lee's Mt. Adams penthouse, featuring B.B. Hall's 8 ft. x 4 ft. portrait of Terry Lee and 23 of his friends.

1999--Carnegie Arts Center-B.B. was a participant in the group show, In the Kitchen.

1997--One woman show at The Diner restaurant on Sycamore, Cincinnati, OH.

1997--Show at Carol's Corner Cafe on Main St. Cincinnati, OH.